Steam Whistle

Name/Title

Steam Whistle

Description

Polished brass cylindrical bell with a singular chime. Appears to be mounted on a pipe with a "Sturgeon Bay Sewer" manhole cover as a base. Used to call volunteers to the fires. The number of whistles indicated the ward number where the fire was located.

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Search Terms

alarm, firehouse, fire fighting, fire station, emergency

Dimensions

Length

22 in

Circumference

16 in

Create Date

October 19, 2026

Update Date

October 19, 2026